Canadian National Dividends

CNI Stock  USD 100.00  0.99  1.00%   
As of now, Canadian National's Dividend Yield is increasing as compared to previous years. The Canadian National's current Dividend Payout Ratio is estimated to increase to 0.49, while Dividends Paid is forecasted to increase to (2.1 B). Canadian National's past performance could be the main factor of why investors trade Canadian National Railway stock today. Investors should clearly understand every aspect of the Canadian National dividend schedule, including its future sustainability, and how it might impact an overall investment strategy. This tool is helpful to digest Canadian National's dividend schedule and payout information. Canadian National Railway dividends can also provide a clue to the current valuation of Canadian National.
 
Number Of Dividends  
Years Issued
31
Previous Year
4 Times
Current Year
1 Times
Year Average
3.9
Volatility
0.54
 
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Interest Hikes
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Dividends Paid-2.2 B-2.1 B
Dividend Yield 0.03  0.03 
Dividend Payout Ratio 0.47  0.49 
Dividend Paid And Capex Coverage Ratio 1.20  1.06 
One of the primary advantages of investing in dividend-paying companies such as Canadian National is that dividends usually grow steadily over time. As a result, well-established companies that pay dividends typically increase their dividend payouts yearly, which many long-term traders find attractive.
Investing in dividend-paying stocks, such as Canadian National Railway is one of the few strategies that are good for long-term investment. Ex-dividend dates are significant because investors in Canadian National must own a stock before its ex-dividend date to receive its next dividend.

Canadian National Dividends Paid Over Time

Today, most investors in Canadian National Stock are looking for potential investment opportunities by analyzing not only static indicators but also various Canadian National's growth ratios. Consistent increases or decreases in fundamental ratios usually indicate a possible pattern that can be successfully translated into profits. However, when comparing two companies, knowing each company's dividends paid growth rates may not be enough to decide which company is a better investment. That's why investors frequently use a static breakdown of Canadian National dividends paid as a starting point in their analysis.
The total amount of dividends that a company has paid out to its shareholders over a specific period.
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Canadian National Historical Dividend Yield Growth

A solid dividend growth pattern of Canadian National could indicate future dividend growth is likely, which can signal long-term profitability for Canadian National Railway. When investors calculate the dividend yield growth rate, they can use any interval of time they wish. They may also calculate the dividend yield growth rate using the least-squares method or simply take an annualized figure over a given time period.
Dividend Yield is Canadian National Railway dividend as a percentage of Canadian National stock price. Canadian National Railway dividend yield is a measure of Canadian National stock productivity, which can be interpreted as interest rate earned on an Canadian National investment. A financial ratio that shows how much a company pays out in dividends each year relative to its stock price, calculated as annual dividends per share divided by price per share.
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Recent Canadian National Dividends Paid (per share)

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Canadian National Expected Dividend Income Per Share

Dividend payment represents part of Canadian National's profit that is distributed to its stockholders. It is considered income for that tax year rather than a capital gain. In other words, a dividend is a prize given to shareholders for investing in Canadian National. Canadian National's board of directors can pay out dividends at a planned frequency, such as monthly or quarterly.
$2.03
Bottom Scenario
$2.09
$2.16
Top Scenario
One Year
Canadian National Railway expected dividend income per share adjusted for ongoing price standard deviation

Canadian National Past Distributions to stockholders

Is there potential for Ground Transportation market expansion? Will Canadian introduce new products? Factors like these will boost the valuation of Canadian National. Projected growth potential of Canadian fundamentally drives upward valuation adjustments. Understanding fair value requires weighing current performance against future potential. All the valuation information about Canadian National listed above have to be considered, but the key to understanding future value is determining which factors weigh more heavily than others.
Quarterly Earnings Growth
0.114
Dividend Share
3.55
Earnings Share
5.67
Revenue Per Share
27.771
Quarterly Revenue Growth
0.024
Understanding Canadian National Railway requires distinguishing between market price and book value, where the latter reflects Canadian's accounting equity. The concept of intrinsic value - what Canadian National's is actually worth based on fundamentals - guides informed investors toward better entry and exit points. Analysts utilize numerous techniques to assess fundamental value, seeking to purchase shares when trading prices fall beneath estimated intrinsic worth. Market sentiment, economic cycles, and investor behavior can push Canadian National's price substantially above or below its fundamental value.
It's important to distinguish between Canadian National's intrinsic value and market price, which are calculated using different methodologies. Investment decisions regarding Canadian National should consider multiple factors including financial performance, growth metrics, competitive position, and professional analysis. In contrast, Canadian National's trading price reflects the actual exchange value where willing buyers and sellers reach mutual agreement.

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